Horror Hit 'Obsession' Shifts to Netflix for Awards Push

The critically acclaimed horror film "Obsession," directed by Curry Barker, is set to debut on Netflix on Tuesday, November 17. This move follows its successful theatrical run and a previous streaming window on Peacock. The R-rated thriller, produced for $750,000, was acquired by Focus Features for approximately $15 million after its premiere at the 2025 Toronto International Film Festival.

"Obsession" achieved remarkable box office success, earning $263.4 million domestically and nearly $257.8 million internationally, totaling over $521.2 million worldwide. This impressive financial performance has positioned the film as a strong contender in the current awards season.

Focus Features is mounting an extensive campaign for numerous awards nominations, including Best Actress for Inde Navarrette, Best Actor for Michael Johnston, and Best Original Screenplay for Curry Barker. The film's transition to Netflix, which boasts 325 million subscribers as of the end of 2025, is intended to maintain and amplify public and critical attention leading up to the major awards ceremonies.

The strategic decision to move to Netflix also comes as Peacock's Pay-1 streaming window concludes. While Peacock has seen subscriber growth to 48 million, Netflix's vast reach is expected to provide greater exposure for "Obsession" during this crucial period.